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Journal on Developmental Disabilities
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| Volume 10, No. 1 | other issues |
Living and Aging with a Developmental Disability:
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Editors / Review Board / Authors this Issue Articles / Abstracts Auditory Discriminations and the ABLA Test Maltreatment and Life Stressors in Single Mothers Depression, Temperament, in Children with Asperger’s Syndrome Successful Aging of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Service for Children and Youth Aggression: Symptom of Mood Destabilization Integration in Social Activities Hearing Impairment in Adults with PDD Parental Stress and Adaptive Functioning Stimulus Modalities in Choice Presentations Prenatal Psychological Processes |
AbstractAdults with developmental disabilities are living longer, living in the community, and participating more in society. However, little is known about their day-to-day "lived" experiences and overall quality of life. Using a qualitative research approach, three pilot studies were conducted in two urban centres in Ontario to explore this issue from three perspectives: adults with developmental disabilities, family members, and service providers. Forty-eight volunteers participated in individual interviews or focus group sessions. Preliminary transcript analysis reveals several common underlying themes: social relationships, autonomy, overall life satisfaction, positive changes, health and aging, role of religion, societal attitudes, concerns for the future, and meaningful activity. Important differences existed, however, across the three perspectives. Implications for policy, service delivery and future research are discussed.
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